EA111 1.2 TSI (CBZA/CBZB/CBZC) vs EA888 Gen 3 (2.0 TSI)
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
EA888 Gen 3 (2.0 TSI)
BUY
80/100
+14 points over EA111 1.2 TSI (CBZA/CBZB/CBZC)
0
/ 100
CAUTION
EA111 1.2 TSI (CBZA/CBZB/CBZC)
Volkswagen
0
/ 100
BUY
EA888 Gen 3 (2.0 TSI)
Volkswagen
Specifications
EA111 1.2 TSI (CBZA/CBZB/CBZC)
EA888 Gen 3 (2.0 TSI)
Brand
Volkswagen
Volkswagen
Verdict
CAUTION
BUY
Reliability
66
80
Years
2009--2015
2012--2020
Displacement
1197 cc
1984 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Turbo
Power
85--105 hp
180--310 hp
Known Issues
1
2
Total Risk Cost
€800--€6,000
€700--€1,500
Character
EA111 1.2 TSI (CBZA/CBZB/CBZC)
"The 8-valve chain-driven 1.2 TSI in the Golf 6, Polo 6R, Fabia II, Ibiza 6J, Yeti and Caddy. VW admitted the timing chain can stretch and jump; failures from 30,000-40,000 km in the worst cases. Buy only with a chain-kit invoice, and change oil every 10,000-15,000 km."
EA888 Gen 3 (2.0 TSI)
"Same as Audi EA888 Gen 3. Dual injection, metal tensioner. Golf GTI/R engine. Proven."
Issues Comparison
EA111 1.2 TSI (CBZA/CBZB/CBZC) 1
▲ HIGH
Timing chain tensioner and guide wear — chain stretch, can jump (VW-acknowledged)
EA888 Gen 3 (2.0 TSI) 2
● MODERATE
Water pump failure
○ MINOR
Intake carbon buildup (reduced in Gen 3)